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In-depth stories behind the list.
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The back story
Buying on the Riviera: the back story
Belle Époque apartments in Nice, villas on the capes, mas in the hills: where people buy, and how a French purchase works.
6 of the best · the French Riviera, France
Property on the French Riviera: Agencies and How a French Purchase Works
The agencies with Riviera offices and the official guide to buying in France. We never publish prices.
Our 6 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated October 2026
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Insiders' picks
Three of our favourites from this list, vetted by people who know and love the Riviera.
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Nice and Cannes
Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty
Luxury agency with offices in Nice and on La Croisette in Cannes.
5 rue Longchamp, 06000 NiceExplore View on map
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Luxury agencies.
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Nice and Cannes
Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty
Luxury agency with offices in Nice and on La Croisette in Cannes.
5 rue Longchamp, 06000 NiceExplore View on map
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Notaires de France.
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